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tbenvie · 08-27-2020, 09:43 PM

I joined this forum many years ago searching for information. on these cars as I was compiling the research I had done since they were about new into a website (www.superstockamx.com). I am happy to say I did receive a lot of information to help identify and clarify info on these cars. So I would like to give an update:

There were 52 of these cars with consecutive VINs, all white/charcoal interior 390 4speeds with posi rear and four wheel drum brakes. They were regular production cars except there was no undercoating or heater assy, and no optional PS, PB, radio, etc. These cars were sent to Hurst to be modified inti Super Stock AMXs. Fifty orders were needed prior to the program beginning, and 52 were received. AMC had built a prototype car to show its potential to AMC brass and enthusiast publications. Under the direction of HL Shahan, the cars had the heads modified by Crane, an Edelbrock STR-11 (Street Tunnel Ram) dual quad intake with Holley 580 carbs and Velocity stacks. Domed pistons but stock bore and stroke. A mallory dual point distributor and coil were added, as was a set of headers. The clutch and pressure plate, steel bellhousing and a reconfigured Hurst Shifter plus Henrys axles and modified rear springs. Some items such as hood springs and latches, one horn, brackets, etc were removed. A steel hood scoop with four hood pins finished the package. The cam was stock and left up to the racer to determine what they wanted. No deep oil pan or driveshaft loop. No acid dipped parts. Completely stock interior. The rear wheelwells were supposed to be opened up but only a few were done-a bulletin was sent out to show how to do it. Shahan developed a three piece drop-out crossmember, but it was nixed and only Car #1 sent to Drag-On Lady Shirley Shahan came so equipped. The rear had 4.44 gears, but later a set of 5.00 gears were sent to the owners. The cars were solid white, but a red, white, blue paint job was available. Just under half had the tri color paint.A list with the dealer/owner names was compiled to send to the NHRA to prove the required 50 were produced, but alas, no VINs on the list.

For 1970 the AMX had a facelift, so AMC sent all the owners a kit (fit int he back of a pick-up) with new hood, grill, front bumper, ram air ductwork (aluminum, not stock), front and rear marker lights, taillight panel with tallights and quarter extensions, plus a complete dash, door panels, seats and believe it or not, a new VIN complete with paperwork and owners ID cars reflecting the new VIN. Most of the cars were converted, but when they showed up at the track the NHRA said "No way" (the 70 AMX also had a complete suspension change, not just cosmetics). Most of the cars were converted back (though many kept the 70 taillights) though some owners decided to no longer race class so didn't change back. A few even pulled the AMC 390 and added a BBC instead. AMC published a complete owners list along with the new assigned VIN.

The cars were very successful, winning numerous NHGRA events and local races. By 1975 most of them were relegated to local track use and fell out of the national limelight.

When I began searching in the late 70s there were still some at the tracks, some sitting in fields, some at local car lots as old race cars or even with smaller engines and driven on the street. I found about half the cars without a problem. Over the years more showed up, and believe it or not, in the last year two more "Lost" cars emerged. Currently there are only six missing or unaccounted cars. Three have been confirmed as destroyed, one by fire, one accident, and one scrapped. I am looking for the following cars or information on these cars:

"Uncle Sam"-raced successfully in the south west. Last seen in Albuquerque, New Mexico, early 80s. Bought by the owner of a Jeep Monster Truck called "The Moose".

"Chucks Luck" and "Americanizer"-raced out of Louisiana, last seen in Mississippi in the mid 80s.

"Green Motors" or "Pappys Pride". Owned and raced by Bud Green of Green's Rambler Sales and Service Penns Grove, NJ. Missing in early 70s, but a number of people have stated they have seen the car in a garage in the Bronx area.

"Stowe Engineering" out of Hicksville, NY. last seen in about 1971 at the dealership. Dealer stated he wanted out of racing and sold it.

"MacDonald Rambler, LTD"-stolen from dealership when it was about six months old and never seen again.

"Heart O'Texas Motors". Owned by a dealership in Waco, TX. Zero info on anything about this car.

I would love to hear anything about these cars. Someone must know something about them!

Thanks for any help.

08-27-2020, 09:43 PM	#1
tbenvie Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 29 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	1969 Hurst Super Stock AMC AMX I joined this forum many years ago searching for information. on these cars as I was compiling the research I had done since they were about new into a website (www.superstockamx.com). I am happy to say I did receive a lot of information to help identify and clarify info on these cars. So I would like to give an update: There were 52 of these cars with consecutive VINs, all white/charcoal interior 390 4speeds with posi rear and four wheel drum brakes. They were regular production cars except there was no undercoating or heater assy, and no optional PS, PB, radio, etc. These cars were sent to Hurst to be modified inti Super Stock AMXs. Fifty orders were needed prior to the program beginning, and 52 were received. AMC had built a prototype car to show its potential to AMC brass and enthusiast publications. Under the direction of HL Shahan, the cars had the heads modified by Crane, an Edelbrock STR-11 (Street Tunnel Ram) dual quad intake with Holley 580 carbs and Velocity stacks. Domed pistons but stock bore and stroke. A mallory dual point distributor and coil were added, as was a set of headers. The clutch and pressure plate, steel bellhousing and a reconfigured Hurst Shifter plus Henrys axles and modified rear springs. Some items such as hood springs and latches, one horn, brackets, etc were removed. A steel hood scoop with four hood pins finished the package. The cam was stock and left up to the racer to determine what they wanted. No deep oil pan or driveshaft loop. No acid dipped parts. Completely stock interior. The rear wheelwells were supposed to be opened up but only a few were done-a bulletin was sent out to show how to do it. Shahan developed a three piece drop-out crossmember, but it was nixed and only Car #1 sent to Drag-On Lady Shirley Shahan came so equipped. The rear had 4.44 gears, but later a set of 5.00 gears were sent to the owners. The cars were solid white, but a red, white, blue paint job was available. Just under half had the tri color paint.A list with the dealer/owner names was compiled to send to the NHRA to prove the required 50 were produced, but alas, no VINs on the list. For 1970 the AMX had a facelift, so AMC sent all the owners a kit (fit int he back of a pick-up) with new hood, grill, front bumper, ram air ductwork (aluminum, not stock), front and rear marker lights, taillight panel with tallights and quarter extensions, plus a complete dash, door panels, seats and believe it or not, a new VIN complete with paperwork and owners ID cars reflecting the new VIN. Most of the cars were converted, but when they showed up at the track the NHRA said "No way" (the 70 AMX also had a complete suspension change, not just cosmetics). Most of the cars were converted back (though many kept the 70 taillights) though some owners decided to no longer race class so didn't change back. A few even pulled the AMC 390 and added a BBC instead. AMC published a complete owners list along with the new assigned VIN. The cars were very successful, winning numerous NHGRA events and local races. By 1975 most of them were relegated to local track use and fell out of the national limelight. When I began searching in the late 70s there were still some at the tracks, some sitting in fields, some at local car lots as old race cars or even with smaller engines and driven on the street. I found about half the cars without a problem. Over the years more showed up, and believe it or not, in the last year two more "Lost" cars emerged. Currently there are only six missing or unaccounted cars. Three have been confirmed as destroyed, one by fire, one accident, and one scrapped. I am looking for the following cars or information on these cars: "Uncle Sam"-raced successfully in the south west. Last seen in Albuquerque, New Mexico, early 80s. Bought by the owner of a Jeep Monster Truck called "The Moose". "Chucks Luck" and "Americanizer"-raced out of Louisiana, last seen in Mississippi in the mid 80s. "Green Motors" or "Pappys Pride". Owned and raced by Bud Green of Green's Rambler Sales and Service Penns Grove, NJ. Missing in early 70s, but a number of people have stated they have seen the car in a garage in the Bronx area. "Stowe Engineering" out of Hicksville, NY. last seen in about 1971 at the dealership. Dealer stated he wanted out of racing and sold it. "MacDonald Rambler, LTD"-stolen from dealership when it was about six months old and never seen again. "Heart O'Texas Motors". Owned by a dealership in Waco, TX. Zero info on anything about this car. I would love to hear anything about these cars. Someone must know something about them! Thanks for any help.